President Tinubu Comments On Supreme Court Verdict Regarding Local Government Autonomy

President Tinubu Comments On Supreme Court Verdict Regarding Local Government Autonomy

President Tinubu, through his media aide Ajuri Ngelale, welcomed the recent Supreme Court ruling affirming the constitutional rights of local governments in Nigeria. The court’s decision, which declared the withholding of local government funds by state governors unconstitutional, marks a significant milestone in upholding financial autonomy for local administrations…….. CONTINUE READING

In his statement, President Tinubu emphasized that the ruling aligns with the spirit and intent of Nigeria’s Constitution, which guarantees statutory rights to local governments. He expressed optimism that this verdict will empower local leaders to deliver better services and be held accountable by the communities they serve.

Highlighting the broader implications, Tinubu underscored the longstanding challenge of ineffective local government administration in Nigeria, attributing it to governance gaps at grassroots levels. He stressed the importance of local councils ensuring equitable service delivery to all Nigerians, irrespective of background or affiliation.

The President reiterated his administration’s commitment to restructuring the country’s governance framework to foster national development and a fairer society. He praised the Attorney-General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), for his role in advancing this legal challenge and reaffirmed his dedication to strengthening Nigeria’s federal system for the benefit of all citizens and local communities.